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a Forward. proctor of the Bullingdon Club, retired Barrister. Once ran 100 meters unassisted.
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I must acknowledge Bluesfan, who germinated these thoughts, and apologise to Wilbur Smith – this is no story of the courage of a single person in the face of oppression and adversity, or the conversion of a drop of water into a waterfall – this is a story of the numbers, plain and simple.
‘Indolent’ is an adjective that means wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy, arrogant and disrespectful. That’s the summary of Folau’s performance against the Western Force last month.
It’s the mid-season breather in MotoGP. Normal service resumes in two weeks at the Chez Grand Prix.
One of the beauties of the northern hemisphere summer is meeting my whisky mates on Islay, of the west coast of Scotland.
If the AFL gave you a magic wand to change only one rule to improve the game, what would it be?
As one stumbles around the internet and life, you accidentally learn a few things about rugby. Here are some things about the game I learned recently.
If the IRB gave you a magic wand to change one rule to improve the game, what would it be?
Every sports fan has months of the year that they mark in their calendars as their favourites. For me those months are February and October.
I worked with a group of Englishmen who introduced me to Fantasy English Premier League – I performed poorly until I learned that picking a side to win a fantasy league is entirely different to picking a side to win an actual game.
Since 1990, only New Zealand and France have had no foreign-born coaches. The South African Roarers are about to hit “reply in disagreement” but the legendary Sharks (and Boks) coach, Ian McIntosh was born in Zimbabwe.
As a merciful distraction, the spring tour teams to Europe have been announced.
The great shame is that we expect rugby to imitate life. We expect every pass to stick. But, guess what, we are human.
It’s a play-thing for Clyne. When you retire age 46, you need something to amuse yourself. Regrettably, he hasn’t amused us.
Rugby Australia is turning into Fort Freefall
My money’s on the Rebels. QC will be determined, focused and disciplined – enough to win the 10 jumper back. And with a SR season playing with Genia, he’ll do it.
Rugby Australia is turning into Fort Freefall
you are too kind…..
McKenzie manage to inspire those rat-bag youngsters in the Reds back in 07/ 08 (I think it was) – quite the opposite has occurred in the past few years.
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Defensive touch kick. Give ball to opposition. Dwarf throwing comp ensues.
Cheika survives Rugby Australia review - for now
Pocock is ultra mod: he delayed his marriage (which was last month) until gay marriage was legal, you may recall his deaf clapping so he could be inclusive, and of course the chain to the gate-post episode to protest energy exploration, then he reported Jacques Potgieter for gay-shaming a Brumbies player. So, I think the example you have provided disproves, rather than supports you. It’s not the avo and lattes, it’s attitude, entitlement, the safety of a contract, money, lack of accountability, a stupid, stupid management and executive team……….and everything else ……….jeez, this is becoming a boring subject.
Only optimism for Wallabies fans lies with December decisions
I agree with your logic, your good breeding and intellect, it’s comes naturally for a front-rower!! Your precision too is admirable. Your essay is in fact 1200 words, the intro comprising 480, until you first propose the solution. That makes the substance of your article 730 words, 4.8% outside the recommended limit, but well within tolerance.
I support anything/ everything that facilitates giving emerging players a platform – but hey, Gibson is re-signing AA-C – good for the Tahs, actually brilliant. Looking fwd to seeing him in S15, but there’s not much indication your proposal, despite its merits, will find an advocate.
Cheika should rest players. Here's why
Terrific article Connor. Very cerebral! Does the same apply to a long kick and chase – triangular attack limiting options for the ball catcher? Invariably there is one ball chaser and one to pick up the escape move – most kicks into the 22 and returned into touch and the kicking side doesn’t commit players to the rush. I missed Brumby Mode article – you’re a must-read author – searching for it now!! Write on….
Targeting the All Blacks, Part 2: The shoot-drift gap
That’s an interesting observation. Really!! Have you noticed a large portion of the population end a sentence with an accentuation that implies it’s a question not a statement? Some sociologists explain it’s the convict past in our DNA that drives us to seek permission for every underlying thought – similar to an inmate seeking permission from a guard? “I think it’s going t rain” with a lilt in the voice inclining higher as the sentence ends suggestion it’s a question, not a statement or observation. Listen next time! Seriously!
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Thanks Freddie. A fine addition to the subject.
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Who’ll play Benny and who’ll be the girl he’s chasing? Nice analogy. Reductio ad absurdum!!
Cheika safe for now as RA rule out play for White
I can tell you (officially) that a phone call is highly unlikely to constitute a Breach of contract, nor would an actual offer to White for that matter. Additionally, the entering into a of a contract with White would also probably not be a breach, but would amount to constructive dismissal, which Cheika would have to prove.
Cheika safe for now as RA rule out play for White
True – so serious this is a Matter of State.
Nothing short of the Governor General’s intervention will suffice.
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Nice to have your face back Sheek !!
For several months you have been replaced by an emoji, a highly unsatisfactory state of affairs.
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Like you, I suspect, we’re all exhausted by this and have no tricks left!
And, hey, thanks – very complimentary but entirely unwarranted.
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Thanks H – never confuse looks with anything!!
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
True Harry. Referencing your piece today, have a bloody nose and two cracked ribs and we haven’t entered the ring yet!!
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Agree Pete
First you lose confidence
Then you lose competence
The power of '1' - an ontology of numbers
Too right Brett. I have two comments, neither of which are original:
– Simplicity is the greatest form of sophistication (Leonardo, relating to architecture); and axiomatically
– Perfection is achieved not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to remove.
On that note, I have nothing more to add until after the board meeting!
Why do the Wallabies make the game more difficult?
I have penned an article on this subject has been with the Eds for 2 days.
Why the answers for Australian rugby are blowin’ in the wind
Agree with your observations and clarity needs to come from these examples, however, that decision was irrelevant to the result.
Let's talk about that decision
A very succinct examination of 7 crucial KPIs my man! Regrettably, a fail on every one.
Repeat the exercise for RA?
The job of a coach
As Chairman, Clyne wasn’t hired as an administrator. He’s there to provide leadership, no 1. To support and make the Management effective and accountable, to drive the strategy, and as the public figurehead.
RA’s published 10-point strategy is abject nonsense. As the document that provides the roadmap where the board want rugby in this country to be, it’s poppycock and juvenile, a banal feel-good cover-all-the-bases recepie, much like unsalted watery gravy.
Rugby Australia is turning into Fort Freefall